Clinical Laboratory Technician 2 - University of Washington

Req #: 240322 Department: UW MEDICINE - LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY Appointing Department Web Address: https://dlmp.uw.edu/ Posting Date: 11/21/2024 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $4,708 - $6,740 per month Shift: First Shift Notes: As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here. ( https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-summary-classified-staff-greater-than-half-time-20220908\_a11y.pdf) **This recruitment offers a $3,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine** . **The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Clinical Laboratory Technician 2** . **WORK SCHEDULE** + 100% FTE (40 hours per week) + Night Shift **DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION** A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally. **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS** + Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays + Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region + Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options + Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U + State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities + Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program as a UW employee **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES** + Prepares packages and ensures that send-out samples are forwarded to the appropriate reference lab for testing requested. + Maintains an awareness of and the ability to use the resources to provide instruction on the collection and processing of specialized and targeted tests that are not performed by UW Laboratory Medicine but must be sent to outside laboratories. These can be low volume tests or highly specialized and rare tests. This includes communicating specific collection instructions to the patient as needed. + Responsible for maintaining higher than average awareness of the chemicals and agents needed to preserve certain tests. These chemicals may include Acetic Acid, 6N HCL, 6N HNO, Boric Acid, and others. CLT2 is responsible for aiding other staff in the preparation of these collection containers as necessary. + Responsible for maintaining adequate stock of special collection materials needed for referral testing, including but not limited to un-expired stock of chemicals, agents and special collection kits needed for the preservation of send-out tests from SCCA, UWMC and Roosevelt labs. These supplies include but are not limited to: Serotonin tubes, trace metal tubes, Somatostatin kits, TRH preservative tubes, Z-Tubes for Neurotensin, and Cambridge GI tubes for Neurokinin and Pancreatin. Kits include Viracor, Osford, and Prometheus and any others as needed. + Build and maintain a working relationship with the referral laboratories as needed to facilitate the send out process. In addition to the Mayo Clinic, the primary reference lab that is utilized by Lab Medicine and Pathology, the CLT2 is responsible for sending specimens to all reference laboratories as needed and approved by the Laboratory Medicine Resident (LMR). + Maintains and files reports and results in an organized and accessible manner. + Performs continual monitoring of lab reports and pending log monitors (PLM) to verify consistency of service and troubleshoot issues. + Maintains the required annual certifications needed for the shipment of hazardous materials and dry ice. + Trains and supports new and existing staff on the performance of reference laboratory send out activities and problem resolution. + Responds promptly, courteously, and professionally to phone and written inquiries about test information, results, and other related information. + Expected to solve problems triggered to them from the CLT1 group, providers and other divisions in an efficient, timely, thorough, and accurate manner; including the appropriate documentation in hc1. + Demonstrates the ability to problem solve to expedite processing of specimens that are received mislabeled, unlabeled, missing patient data, insufficient quantity, etc. and contact ordering locations as required. Thereby ensuring the timeliness and accuracy of these procedures, which are critical to patient care. + Provides constructive and valuable suggestions for improvement. Responsible for helping the general SPS staff maintain some awareness of the send-out process and continually updating procedures. + Serves as a resource to general SPS staff with respect to the Lab Information System (LIS) and Clinical Information System (CIS). + Demonstrates an ability to be flexible, organized, work as a team member to provide maximum coverage and quality service in all stressful situations. + Promotes and contributes to the development of teamwork within SPS and working relationships between SPS and other lab divisions. Including maintaining communication with the following groups to facilitate the collection, ordering, shipment, billing and resulting of referral send-out testing: Laboratory Medicine Resident (LMR), SPS Staff, Phlebotomy Staff, Providers, Clinical Administrative Support Team (CAST). + Expected to perform the duties of the CLT1 as needed and assigned. **REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS** + High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of chemical, clinical, or public health laboratory experienceOR + Equivalent education/experience **CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT** + May be required to work in other departmental locations in order to meet patient service requirements, including but not limited to UWMC, HMC, CHRMC, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, SCCA, Roosevelt, Rosen, etc. + May be required to work weekends and holidays + Are considered essential staff and required to report to work in inclement weather **ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER** UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public?by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals.All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. **Become part of our team. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs)** Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.